PCR GE Capital Finance Canada: A Retrospective
PCR GE Capital Finance Canada, now part of Element Fleet Management, represents a significant chapter in the history of Canadian fleet management and financing. Formerly a division of GE Capital, PCR specialized in providing comprehensive fleet management services, including leasing, maintenance management, fuel management, and telematics solutions, across Canada.
The “PCR” stood for Provincial Computer Rental, reflecting its origins as a computer leasing company that later expanded into vehicle fleet management. This evolution demonstrates the company’s ability to adapt to changing market needs and diversify its service offerings. Under the GE Capital umbrella, PCR GE Capital Finance Canada leveraged the parent company’s extensive financial resources and expertise to offer competitive financing options and robust fleet solutions.
A key strength of PCR GE Capital Finance Canada was its focus on building strong relationships with its clients. They served a diverse range of industries, including government, transportation, and commercial businesses. The company provided customized solutions designed to meet the unique needs of each client, helping them optimize their fleet operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. Their services extended beyond simple financing, encompassing a full suite of fleet management tools that provided data-driven insights into vehicle utilization, driver behavior, and maintenance schedules.
The telematics solutions offered by PCR were particularly important. These systems tracked vehicle location, speed, and fuel consumption, allowing fleet managers to identify opportunities for improvement in areas such as route optimization and driver safety. This data-driven approach allowed clients to make informed decisions about their fleet, leading to significant cost savings and improved performance.
In 2015, Element Fleet Management acquired GE Capital’s fleet management business, including PCR GE Capital Finance Canada. This acquisition significantly expanded Element’s presence in the North American fleet management market. Today, the legacy of PCR GE Capital Finance Canada lives on within Element Fleet Management. The expertise, infrastructure, and client relationships developed under the PCR banner continue to contribute to Element’s comprehensive fleet management solutions across Canada. While the PCR name is no longer in use, its contributions to the Canadian fleet management industry remain a part of its history.